Sexual Health Services at Parkside Medical Centre
Chlamydia Screening
If you are under 25yrs old, whether male or female, you can get a FREE chlamydia test. It is a simple test that you can do yourself and all results are confidential. If you would like to get a free chlamydia screening test, please ask one of our Patient Navigators for the kit to take home.
For more information about chlamydia screening visit the National Chlamydia Screening Programme (NCSP) Website.
Milton Keynes Sexual Health Service
Please contact the local Milton Keynes sexual health clinic called “iCash” at the link below, for contraception, psychosexual therapy and STI testing & treatment.
Useful Information & Advice
What is sexual health?
Sexual health is a state of physical, mental and social well-being in relation to sexuality. This includes protection against sexually transmitted infections, pregnancy or physical abuse so that you can enjoy pleasurable and safe sexual experiences.
Whether you’re part of a couple, in a new relationship, have many partners or are happy and relaxed not having sex, everyone needs to take care of their sexual wellbeing.
Sexually Transmitted infections (STI)
STI are illnesses that have a significant probability of transmission between humans by means of human sexual behaviour, including vaginal intercourse, oral sex, and anal sex.
For more information see the website below:
Stay Safe
Condoms are the only contraception that protect against pregnancy and STIs.
For more information see the website below:
Contraception
There are lots of contraception options for you. Find out which one is right for you at NHS Choices.
Sexual Abuse
Sexual abuse can happen to anyone. Please consult with your doctor or for more information and support visit NHS Choices.
Useful Websites
- Family Planning Association: Sexual Health Advice
- NHS Choices – Sexual Health Topics
- British Pregnancy Advisory Service
Videos from NHS Choices
You can’t tell if someone’s got an STI just by looking at them. See real people talk about using condoms.
Watch this video to find out where you can go for confidential access to the contraception that’s right for you.